Serving 146 students in grades 9-12, Passport Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Passport Academy Charter School's student population of 146 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
16 students
School Rankings
Passport Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Passport Academy Charter School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1865 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
90%
14%
White
8%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
50%
48%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Passport Academy Charter School's ranking?
Passport Academy Charter School is ranked #1865 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Passport Academy Charter School often compared to?
Passport Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like City Chs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Passport Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Passport Academy Charter School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Passport Academy Charter School?
146 students attend Passport Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Passport Academy Charter School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Passport Academy Charter School?
Passport Academy Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Passport Academy Charter School offer ?
Passport Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Passport Academy Charter School part of?
Passport Academy Charter School is part of Passport Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Passport Academy Charter School located?
Passport Academy Charter School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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